Pathfinder 101
How many Pathfinder Advisory Board members does Pa have?
3
A.J. Antimary -Western PA
Bud Baker 33° - Central PA
Scott Hilsee 33° - Eastern PA
Who is the Current Sovereign Grand Commander?
Ill. Walter F. Wheeler, 33°
When was the Scottish Rite, Northern Jurisdiction, USA created?
1813
What year was the Valley of Pittsburgh created?
1851
How often does the Supreme Council Meet?
The Supreme Council meets on an annual basis, at which time the business of the fraternity is done.
How many Mile markers are needed to complete your Pathfinder Program?
32 Mile markers are needed...
6 from each of the 5 categories (30)
PLUS
2 of your choice from any category (2)
How many Scottish Rite Jurisdictions are there in North America?
5
Scottish Rite - Northern Jurisdiction
Scottish Rite - Southern Jurisdiction
Scottish Rite - Canada
Prince Hall - Northern Jurisdiction
Prince Hall - Southern Jurisdiction
What do the different colors of the following caps mean?
Yellow, Red, White, Purple, Blue, Black
Yellow- Valley officer
Red - MSA
White - 33rd degree
Purple - Active member of the Supreme Council
Blue - Reception (Valley of Pittsburgh)
Black - (Completion of the Black Hat program)
What is the Council of Deliberation?
The Pennsylvania Council of Deliberation is the authority for Scottish Rite Freemasonry in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and works under the governance of the Supreme Council, 33° for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America. It is the largest in total membership in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction.
How many states make up the Northern Jurisdiction?
15 states
How many 'Waypoints" or Categories are there in the Pathfinder program?
5 Waypoints...
How many Valleys are in the State of PA?
16 Valleys
Who is the Deputy for PA and what is his duty?
Keith E Parkinson, 33°
The Deputy serves as the executive officer for Scottish Rite Freemasonry within his state.
What is a MSA and who can receive it?
The Meritorious Service Award (MSA) may be conferred upon members of the Rite in this Jurisdiction who have attained the 32° and who by reason of meritorious service of a Masonic character are deemed worthy of such recognition.
What is the mission statement of the Hauts Grades Academy (HGA)?
Hauts Grades Academy is a program designed to promote the education, knowledge, and engagement of NMJ through in-depth study and reflection of our 29 degrees. The Scottish Rite was known as the Hauts Grades, or "higher grades," in its early beginnings.
Where do you record your completed Mile markers?
-In the Member Center under the Pathfinder tab.
once you log in you are able to upload all your answers.
-In your field Book.
What are the Scottish Rite Charities?
Grand Almoner's Fund
Children's Dyslexia Centers
Leon M. Abbott Scholarship Fund
Membership Education Fund
Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library
What is the Supreme Council?
Where is it Located at?
The Supreme Council of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite (AASR) is the governing body of 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Freemasonry.
In the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction (NMJ), the Supreme Council is headquartered in Lexington, MA
Who can participate in the Pathfinder program?
If you have seen the 4th degree you are eligible to participate in the program.
How many open enrollments are there each year for the HGA program?
3 times a year.
January, May, September
How many times can you complete the Pathfinder program?
What is the Vision Statement of the Scottish Rite, NMJ?
"We will strive to be a fraternity that fulfills our Masonic obligation to care for our members."
How many members compose the Supreme Council?
The Supreme Council is composed of 54 trustees, known as Active Members.
What are the Core Values
Reverence for God
Devotion to Country
Integrity
Justice
Tolerance
Service to Humanity
What valley is the oldest in the state of PA?
Valley of Pittsburgh